Israel economy

Following the 1967 playbook: Israel's post-war tech boom - opinion

The parallels with 1967 are striking. Israel has once again been forced to look inward towards its own military industrial base and high-tech sector

Israeli drone startup XTEND has secured a multi-million-dollar contract from the US Department of Defense to develop and deliver AI-enabled, modular, one-way attack drones designed for close-quarter combat.
US President Donald Trump meets with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, US, April 7, 2025.

Israel’s strategic pivot: Why Netanyahu is ready to end American military aid - opinion

Israeli shekel

What are tech exits doing to Israel's economy?

Digital Health Startup Competition

As 2026 begins, AI boom pushes Israeli tech salaries toward NIS 40,000


Israel economy: A rebound in farming could lead to a decrease in food prices

While key sectors show resilience, economists warn of lasting challenges due to poverty and defense spending

 A person holds Israeli shekel coins in their hand in Jerusalem on December 18, 2024.

Israeli high-tech sector concludes 2024 with 38% growth in capital raising

Preliminary data from LeumiTech and IVC’s high-tech report reveals that despite the challenges of 2024, the high-tech sector managed to secure its role as the growth engine of the Israeli economy.

LeumiTech CEO Maya Eisen Zafrir.

Failure to draft ultra-Orthodox cost economy NIS 8.5 billion - study

These estimates were based on publicly available information and BDO estimates, and the calculation was based on conservative assumptions.

 HAREDI MEN learn at the Mir Yeshiva in Jerusalem’s Mea She’arim, Sept. 13, 2023.

Why Israel’s stock market is ignoring economic forecasts

“We’re seeing the market repeating the way it has been in the past in previous security events," Kahanovitz said with optimism.

An electronic board displaying market data is seen at the entrance of the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange, in Tel Aviv, Israel

How will Israel's new 2025 tax reforms enhance venture capital? - opinion

These proposed reforms represent a strategic effort to reinforce Israel's position as a global innovation and investment destination. 

 Israel flag with stock market finance, economy trend graph digital technology.

The richest Israelis revealed: Who tops the list?

Five Israelis have secured positions in Bloomberg’s list of the 500 richest individuals in the world.

 Businessman Idan Ofer, former chairman of the board of Israel Corp.

Work isn’t a curse word: Time to light your fire - opinion

Why take your productive years and do absolutely nothing? Work isn’t a curse word, it’s something that should be encouraged. Sitting around and being unproductive is athe problem.

 US President Joe Biden shakes hands with President-elect Donald Trump during a meeting in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, US, November 13, 2024.

Government convenes for marathon 2025 budget debate

Smotrich said that "after victory," Israel's economy will see "fantastic returns" for years. He did not detail what "victory" entailed or when it would be achieved.

 Minister of Finance Bezalel Smotrich speaks with Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology Ofir Akunis during a vote on the state budget at the assembly hall of the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, March 13, 2024.

What Moody's missed when lowering Israel's credit rating - opinion

"Despite criticisms, Moody’s analysis of Israel's fiscal health is overly pessimistic."

Signage is seen outside the Moody's Corporation headquarters in Manhattan, New York, US, November 12, 2021.

No. 36: Andrew M. Hutter and Dani Naveh: Strengthening Israel and the Jewish world

Through their work, Andrew Hutter and Dani Naveh continue to strengthen the Israeli economy and generate support from Jewish communities worldwide.

 Andrew M. Hutter and Dani Naveh.